BSSC - BASICS OF STORES & STOCK CONTROL

Course Overview :

Purpose of this Program:

The role of stores, warehouses and distribution centres places in the 21st century is often overlooked by many companies. This seems quite incomprehensible when you consider the vital link this function performs in the supply chain. Today, even more so then ever, qualified and skilled materials personnel are required to keep the supply chain operational and to add value to a company’s operations.

About The Course

The Basics of Stores and Stock Control is an entry level course for those wishing to make a career in one of the many disciplines of warehousing and distribution management.

The Qualified Learner is exposed to:
  • Learners are introduced to fundamental concepts and theories underlying effective inventory management practices.
  •  Various techniques for controlling and monitoring stock levels are explored, including just-in-time (JIT), economic order quantity (EOQ), and ABC analysis.
  • Participants learn how to manage stock movements within a warehouse or store, including receiving, storing, picking, packing, and dispatching stock.
  • Strategies for replenishing stock to meet customer demand while minimizing excess inventory or stockouts are discussed and practiced.
  • The importance of maintaining accurate records of stock transactions, including stock counts, receipts, issues, and adjustments, is emphasized.
  • Standard operating procedures (SOPs) for conducting stock counts, identifying discrepancies, and implementing corrective actions are covered.
  • Strategies for mitigating risks associated with stock management, such as theft, damage, obsolescence, and stockouts, are discussed.
  • The impact of effective stock control on customer satisfaction, including timely order fulfillment and availability of products, is highlighted.
Entry Requirements:

There are no prerequisites for entry into this program, but basic literacy and numeracy skills is recommended.

Who would benefit from attending this course?

This course is targeted at all stores personnel, including the store man and all first-line supervisors. Other major users of the stores function also gain specific benefit from attending this course.

Learning options

This course is non-unit standard aligned and non-accredited and is available as an instructor led program, online or self-study.

Instructor Led
  • Led by experienced instructors
  • Structured classroom environment ensures that you will stay on track with your studies
  • Peer discussions help reinforce learning materials
  • Contact time 40 Hours (including Final exam)
Self-Study
  • Prepare from home, work, or while traveling
  • Save time and money on travel to training venues
  • Learn at your own pace.
  • Tutoring available if required
  • Final exam Proctored
Online
  • Led by experienced instructors
  • Platforms supported: Zoom, Teams, and Meet
  • Interactive, most suitable for small groups
  • Contact time 40 Hours
  • Final exam Proctored
The course consists of nine sessions and a final exam:
  1. Warehousing and Supply Chain Management
  2. Roles, Responsibility and relationships
  3. Risk and Safety Management
  4. Warehouse Safety and PPE
  5. Inbound Logistics
  6. Classifying and Coding of Stock
  7. Warehouse Layout and Productivity
  8. Materials Handling and Storage
  9. Stocktaking and Stock Audits Equipment
  10. Warehouse Issues
  11. Warehouse Returns, and Customers Service
  12. Reverse logistics
  13. Transportation and Distribution Management
  14.  Emergency Situations and Precautions 
  15. Final Examination
Typical Roles
  • Inventory Manager
  • Stock Controller
  • Warehouse Supervisor
  • Purchasing Officer
  • Logistics Coordinator
  • Inventory Analyst
  • Retail Store Manager
  • Supply Chain Coordinator
About the exam ( Length of exam - 3 Hours)

The final exam covers the full course content. It is a closed book exam. The final exam consists of 30 true/false questions and 50 multiple choice questions.

Each true/false question marked correct will earn 1 mark: each multiple-choice question marked correct will earn 2 marks. The total marks available: 130. A learner requires 65 marks (50%) to pass the exam.

There is no negative marking. To pass the course and earn the Certificate of Achievement, a learner will need an overall score of at least 50% in the final examination with a combined minimum of 50% in the homework and final examination.

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FAQ's

FEES / COURSE STRUCTURE

The payable fees are dependent on the method of study chosen. Fill in our contact form above to get more information on fees and the different study options.

We require a (R250.00 / $17.00) application fee and (R3100 / $170) registration fee which are non-refundable.

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HOW ARE LESSONS OFFERED?

Courses are offered Online & in Person. Students are responsible for their own devices and internet connections.

ARE WE ACCREDITED?

Yes we are!!!

This course is a NQF level 5, it is SAPICS accredited (Transport Education Training Authority)

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ?

High School Diploma /Matric (Grade12 Senior Certificate /IGCSE -AS & A Levels, GED etc.) with zero to less than 5 years’ work relevant experience or post-matric NQF level 3 /or 4. This requirement applies to the National Certificate in Supply Chain Management -NQF Level 5 or Advanced Certificate in Procurement & Supply Operations